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Georgina Kim Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Dr. Smith's genuine, grounded and integrated therapeutic approach allows for a connection to her clients where through modalities such as EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment-based talk therapy, there is a focus on insight shifting to somatic integration and actionable change, discovering and healing the core self, learning to regulate emotion and express needs in healthy ways, adapting internal dialogue, core beliefs, and reinforcing coping resources. Dr. Smith believes in building an authentic therapeutic relationship based on respect, empathy, challenge and change while creating a renewed sense of self, empowerment and hope.
Trauma Focused
(424) 258-5793
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Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
Dr. Smith's genuine, grounded and integrated therapeutic approach allows for a connection to her clients where through modalities such as EMDR, IFS (parts work), and attachment-based talk therapy, there is a focus on insight shifting to somatic integration and actionable change, discovering and healing the core self, learning to regulate emotion and express needs in healthy ways, adapting internal dialogue, core beliefs, and reinforcing coping resources. Dr. Smith believes in building an authentic therapeutic relationship based on respect, empathy, challenge and change while creating a renewed sense of self, empowerment and hope.
(424) 258-5793
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Deborah Schleicher
Psychologist, PsyD Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90402
Hi there! I'm Deborah Schleicher, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles. Thanks for taking this moment for yourself, or someone you care about, to learn how therapy can become a useful tool in life if it isn't already. Therapy is a way to invest in personal growth and change. I have over 10 years clinical experience working with youth, families and adults that reached out the moment they were considering taking this step. This may be where you are at now. If so, it's only fair to read a little more about me including what I do and how I work. During these uncertain times there’s never been a better time to invest in you.
Trauma Focused
(747) 207-4892
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90402
Trauma Focused
Hi there! I'm Deborah Schleicher, a licensed clinical psychologist in Los Angeles. Thanks for taking this moment for yourself, or someone you care about, to learn how therapy can become a useful tool in life if it isn't already. Therapy is a way to invest in personal growth and change. I have over 10 years clinical experience working with youth, families and adults that reached out the moment they were considering taking this step. This may be where you are at now. If so, it's only fair to read a little more about me including what I do and how I work. During these uncertain times there’s never been a better time to invest in you.
(747) 207-4892
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Transform Psychological Services
Psychologist Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Therapy for Adults, Couples, Families and Teens in Santa Monica, CA + Online throughout California. We get that personal development sounds fantastic, in theory. So does getting enough sleep, reading more, or exercising consistently. You may not know what your wellness journey will look like, but we can help you take that first step. At Transform Psychological Services, we are committed to individualized care using a broad range of evidence-based therapies.
Trauma Focused
(424) 625-7538
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
Therapy for Adults, Couples, Families and Teens in Santa Monica, CA + Online throughout California. We get that personal development sounds fantastic, in theory. So does getting enough sleep, reading more, or exercising consistently. You may not know what your wellness journey will look like, but we can help you take that first step. At Transform Psychological Services, we are committed to individualized care using a broad range of evidence-based therapies.
(424) 625-7538
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Carol-Ann Flicker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90402
All the lonely people, where do they all come from? Is this you? You can be in a relationship or single, yet still feel lonely. Are you not living the life you want? Do you rush around and not pay attention to yourself or do you retreat into yourself sadly and quietly? If you want to change, it is not easy; but it can be a lot easier with a well-trained, highly experienced and compassionate therapist who can help you to move forward.
Trauma Focused
(424) 324-5355
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90402
Trauma Focused
All the lonely people, where do they all come from? Is this you? You can be in a relationship or single, yet still feel lonely. Are you not living the life you want? Do you rush around and not pay attention to yourself or do you retreat into yourself sadly and quietly? If you want to change, it is not easy; but it can be a lot easier with a well-trained, highly experienced and compassionate therapist who can help you to move forward.
(424) 324-5355
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Mania Hekmati
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, PsyD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90401
I believe there is a natural tendency toward growth, a desire to be more of ourselves and to enjoy the things we do. For many, that curiosity and vitality has been restricted or shut down. This may lead to feeling depressed, like nothing will change for you. Or anxious, it will only get worse. Or perhaps you sense things could be different and are frustrated, not knowing how to access that new way of being. Psychotherapy is a process through which you can understand how these feelings have come about and how to access your natural tendency toward wellness.
Trauma Focused
(424) 349-4384
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Trauma Focused
I believe there is a natural tendency toward growth, a desire to be more of ourselves and to enjoy the things we do. For many, that curiosity and vitality has been restricted or shut down. This may lead to feeling depressed, like nothing will change for you. Or anxious, it will only get worse. Or perhaps you sense things could be different and are frustrated, not knowing how to access that new way of being. Psychotherapy is a process through which you can understand how these feelings have come about and how to access your natural tendency toward wellness.
(424) 349-4384
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Staci Atkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Life's stressors can feel overwhelming, and sometimes downright debilitating. Many of us struggle with managing obligations in our personal and professional lives. This can leave one feeling anxious, depressed, fearful, hopeless and distraught. Therapy can provide a safe and non-judgmental environment in which to unpack and unload some of the emotional baggage that has been weighing you down. I offer a warm, supportive, non-judgmental approach, and believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key.
Trauma Focused
(310) 912-3575
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
Life's stressors can feel overwhelming, and sometimes downright debilitating. Many of us struggle with managing obligations in our personal and professional lives. This can leave one feeling anxious, depressed, fearful, hopeless and distraught. Therapy can provide a safe and non-judgmental environment in which to unpack and unload some of the emotional baggage that has been weighing you down. I offer a warm, supportive, non-judgmental approach, and believe a strong therapeutic relationship is key.
(310) 912-3575
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Marc Sadoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Home, virtual & office visit's available for discrete, absolutely confidential high conflict couples coaching. Direct, practical couples treatment or coaching & effective individual brief PTSD treatment using EMDR, Somatic & TRM methods. Anger management and communication problems. Impulse control, addictions, high conflict, communication skills training, disrespectful relationships, abuse. My methods are simple, concrete & appealing for both men and women. Highlighting responsibility & empathy using clear guidelines, agreements and skills. I am also experienced with addictions, anger management, abuse , & violence issues.
Trauma Focused
(424) 400-2423
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Trauma Focused
Home, virtual & office visit's available for discrete, absolutely confidential high conflict couples coaching. Direct, practical couples treatment or coaching & effective individual brief PTSD treatment using EMDR, Somatic & TRM methods. Anger management and communication problems. Impulse control, addictions, high conflict, communication skills training, disrespectful relationships, abuse. My methods are simple, concrete & appealing for both men and women. Highlighting responsibility & empathy using clear guidelines, agreements and skills. I am also experienced with addictions, anger management, abuse , & violence issues.
(424) 400-2423
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Roni Susan Blau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process. In my practice, I attempt to create a safe, nurturing space where we can actively engage in the process of self discovery together. I am passionate about this work and believe that it does lead to lasting change. I have experience with creative professionals and understand the ups and downs of being an industry professional. During these uncertain times, I have found that tele health offers an unexpected bonus. It seems to provide opportunities to take risks that may not feel as safe when we are face to face. I look forward to our journey together.
Trauma Focused
(424) 336-0314
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
I know that finding the right therapist can be an overwhelming process. In my practice, I attempt to create a safe, nurturing space where we can actively engage in the process of self discovery together. I am passionate about this work and believe that it does lead to lasting change. I have experience with creative professionals and understand the ups and downs of being an industry professional. During these uncertain times, I have found that tele health offers an unexpected bonus. It seems to provide opportunities to take risks that may not feel as safe when we are face to face. I look forward to our journey together.
(424) 336-0314
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Monica Dahling New
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, MSPT Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90405
As human beings we all question our physical and emotional well being from time to time. It is healthy and normal to be concerned about one's emotional state, especially with the events that have taken place in the last year. As individuals progress though life challenges, therapy can be a vital component to navigating relationships, life stresses, and increasing self-understanding. The most painful problems are the ones you can't talk about or find yourself talking about them too often and perhaps you need help with containment. You're not alone. You can resolve your conflicts and questions and learn new ways to solve problems.
Trauma Focused
(310) 582-2700
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90405
Trauma Focused
As human beings we all question our physical and emotional well being from time to time. It is healthy and normal to be concerned about one's emotional state, especially with the events that have taken place in the last year. As individuals progress though life challenges, therapy can be a vital component to navigating relationships, life stresses, and increasing self-understanding. The most painful problems are the ones you can't talk about or find yourself talking about them too often and perhaps you need help with containment. You're not alone. You can resolve your conflicts and questions and learn new ways to solve problems.
(310) 582-2700
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Kate McGinnis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Whatever brings you here, we can take a look at it together and get to a place that's better for you. My job is to collaborate with you using research-backed therapy practices to help you clarify your needs, enhance your skills, and gain new understanding about whatever is challenging you.
Trauma Focused
(323) 922-4195
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90404
Trauma Focused
Whatever brings you here, we can take a look at it together and get to a place that's better for you. My job is to collaborate with you using research-backed therapy practices to help you clarify your needs, enhance your skills, and gain new understanding about whatever is challenging you.
(323) 922-4195
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Joshua Carroll
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90402
I work with adults, children, teens, and families to address relational conflicts, behavioral and academic problems, and general family dysfunction. I also support parents, and work with them to better understand the underlying causes of their children's acting-out, self-harming, and/or self-isolating behaviors.
Trauma Focused
(213) 984-4684
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90402
Trauma Focused
I work with adults, children, teens, and families to address relational conflicts, behavioral and academic problems, and general family dysfunction. I also support parents, and work with them to better understand the underlying causes of their children's acting-out, self-harming, and/or self-isolating behaviors.
(213) 984-4684
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Carl H. Shubs
Psychologist, PhD Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90401
YOUR LIFE'S NOT WORKING THE WAY YOU'D LIKE? Find out why, and we can change it together. Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, addictions (substances or behaviors), or infidelities? Want to stay together, but your marriage is rocky? Communication problems or behavior problems disrupting your relationship? DON'T LET OLD PATTERNS GET IN YOUR WAY. Visit my website for more information: http://www.DrCarlShubs.com. NEW BOOK: Traumatic Experiences of Normal Development.
Trauma Focused
(310) 772-0520
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90401
Trauma Focused
YOUR LIFE'S NOT WORKING THE WAY YOU'D LIKE? Find out why, and we can change it together. Struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, gay/lesbian/bisexual issues, addictions (substances or behaviors), or infidelities? Want to stay together, but your marriage is rocky? Communication problems or behavior problems disrupting your relationship? DON'T LET OLD PATTERNS GET IN YOUR WAY. Visit my website for more information: http://www.DrCarlShubs.com. NEW BOOK: Traumatic Experiences of Normal Development.
(310) 772-0520
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Sarit Fassazadeh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90402
Do you find yourself moving farther away from the life you want to live? Are you overwhelmed by unhelpful thoughts and difficult feelings? I'm here to help. My practice is designed to create a safe and meaningful place to explore your challenges and gain personal insight. I created Healing with Purpose because my passion is working with children and adults to help them identify their inner strengths and overcome life’s obstacles. Healing with Purpose strives for growth, acceptance, meaning and the formation of adaptive coping skills. Here you can develop the tools to navigate life’s challenges and not only survive but thrive!.
Trauma Focused
(747) 239-5034
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90402
Trauma Focused
Do you find yourself moving farther away from the life you want to live? Are you overwhelmed by unhelpful thoughts and difficult feelings? I'm here to help. My practice is designed to create a safe and meaningful place to explore your challenges and gain personal insight. I created Healing with Purpose because my passion is working with children and adults to help them identify their inner strengths and overcome life’s obstacles. Healing with Purpose strives for growth, acceptance, meaning and the formation of adaptive coping skills. Here you can develop the tools to navigate life’s challenges and not only survive but thrive!.
(747) 239-5034
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Denise Cooney
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90404
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and children in Los Angeles, CA. I have helped clients find serenity and peace admist struggles and pain. Communication patterns, grief and loss, addiction and recovery, relationship struggles and learning how to emotionally regulate in a more productive and healthy way are my strengths.
Trauma Focused
(833) 572-1105
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90404
Trauma Focused
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing psychotherapy for adults, adolescents and children in Los Angeles, CA. I have helped clients find serenity and peace admist struggles and pain. Communication patterns, grief and loss, addiction and recovery, relationship struggles and learning how to emotionally regulate in a more productive and healthy way are my strengths.
(833) 572-1105
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Elan Javanfard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Elan Javanfard is a Psychotherapist (LMFT # 87054) who specializes in reintegrating the whole self, by utilizing present focused methods of discovery and coping. By using evidence-based theories and psychodynamic practices, Mr. Javanfard assists all clients alike to bridge the past and the future to create a more positive present. Mr. Javanfard is skilled in a variety of interventions ranging from distress tolerance to interpersonal effectiveness.
Trauma Focused
(424) 322-6309
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Trauma Focused
Elan Javanfard is a Psychotherapist (LMFT # 87054) who specializes in reintegrating the whole self, by utilizing present focused methods of discovery and coping. By using evidence-based theories and psychodynamic practices, Mr. Javanfard assists all clients alike to bridge the past and the future to create a more positive present. Mr. Javanfard is skilled in a variety of interventions ranging from distress tolerance to interpersonal effectiveness.
(424) 322-6309
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Jeanette Yoffe Adoption Foster Care Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MA Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90404
I have specialized for the past 18 years in the treatment of children/teens/adult adoptees and foster youth, foster-adoptive parents and birth families. I have developed unique psycho-therapeutic interventions that support children/teens with serious psychological problems secondary to histories of abuse, neglect, and /or multiple placements and adoption. I work with former foster youth and adult adoptees who are struggling with grief and loss and help them in their journey through search and reunion. I educate families about open adoption. I help first mothers and fathers process grief and loss & facilitate successful reunions.
Trauma Focused
(424) 999-1231
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90404
Trauma Focused
I have specialized for the past 18 years in the treatment of children/teens/adult adoptees and foster youth, foster-adoptive parents and birth families. I have developed unique psycho-therapeutic interventions that support children/teens with serious psychological problems secondary to histories of abuse, neglect, and /or multiple placements and adoption. I work with former foster youth and adult adoptees who are struggling with grief and loss and help them in their journey through search and reunion. I educate families about open adoption. I help first mothers and fathers process grief and loss & facilitate successful reunions.
(424) 999-1231
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Simeon Simov
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, Simeon, Simov, MA Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Do you find yourself perpetually single and unable to find meaningful connection? Are you unable to move on from “the one who got away”- even if it’s been many months or years since the end of the relationship? Or maybe you’re currently in a relationship, but find yourself repeating the same destructive relationship patterns over and over again. Perhaps you're feeling stuck- feeling unable to leave an unhealthy relationship, but also dissatisfied with your partner.
Trauma Focused
(323) 766-6351
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90405
Trauma Focused
Do you find yourself perpetually single and unable to find meaningful connection? Are you unable to move on from “the one who got away”- even if it’s been many months or years since the end of the relationship? Or maybe you’re currently in a relationship, but find yourself repeating the same destructive relationship patterns over and over again. Perhaps you're feeling stuck- feeling unable to leave an unhealthy relationship, but also dissatisfied with your partner.
(323) 766-6351
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Charlotte Haigh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT Verified
Verified
Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or like life just isn’t as enjoyable as it used to be? Noticing that your relationships have become strained or unfulfilling? Maybe you're just... over the pandemic? I can help. As your therapist, I will create a safe space that is non-judgmental, supportive, and sometimes even a little bit fun (seriously!) I want you to LOOK FORWARD to therapy sessions and to leave them feeling like a weight has been lifted and clarity has been gained. You deserve to live a purposeful, peaceful, and abundant life. It would be my honor to help you get there.
Trauma Focused
(805) 504-8731
Verified
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Office is near:
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
Are you feeling lost, stuck, or like life just isn’t as enjoyable as it used to be? Noticing that your relationships have become strained or unfulfilling? Maybe you're just... over the pandemic? I can help. As your therapist, I will create a safe space that is non-judgmental, supportive, and sometimes even a little bit fun (seriously!) I want you to LOOK FORWARD to therapy sessions and to leave them feeling like a weight has been lifted and clarity has been gained. You deserve to live a purposeful, peaceful, and abundant life. It would be my honor to help you get there.
(805) 504-8731
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Rachel Jane King Neporent
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACSW Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
I work best with clients who have a passion to continuously explore what wellness looks like for them in their lives.
Trauma Focused
(914) 677-0442
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
I work best with clients who have a passion to continuously explore what wellness looks like for them in their lives.
(914) 677-0442
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Brenda McDonald
Marriage & Family Therapist, RN, MFT Verified
Verified
Santa Monica, CA 90403
Clients often seek therapy in order to effect some form of change in their lives. My work is less about change and more about understanding and acceptance. Our work is a collaborative format in which I assist you in understanding your unconscious motivations and accepting yourself just as your are. In other words, meeting you where you are and encouraging you to do the same. Change is secondary to self-acceptance. It is only when we love and accept ourselves that we can extend this grace to others. Currently we are living in a time of unprecedented uncertainness. Acceptance leads to less stress and a healthier immune system.
Trauma Focused
(424) 401-3826
Verified
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Santa Monica, CA 90403
Trauma Focused
Clients often seek therapy in order to effect some form of change in their lives. My work is less about change and more about understanding and acceptance. Our work is a collaborative format in which I assist you in understanding your unconscious motivations and accepting yourself just as your are. In other words, meeting you where you are and encouraging you to do the same. Change is secondary to self-acceptance. It is only when we love and accept ourselves that we can extend this grace to others. Currently we are living in a time of unprecedented uncertainness. Acceptance leads to less stress and a healthier immune system.
(424) 401-3826
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Trauma Focused Therapists
Santa Monica Trauma focused therapy (TF-CBT) helps people who may be experiencing post-traumatic stress after a traumatic event to return to a healthy state. These Therapists can help with Trauma focused therapy in Santa Monica.

How can I tell if a therapist is right for me?
Therapists in Santa Monica are able to work with a wide range of issues and communities, including the BIPOC community in Santa Monica. They offer in person sessions as well as Teletherapy in Santa Monica

For example, if you're seeking a marriage counselor in Santa Monica you'll find that most therapists are trained in marriage counseling or couples counseling in Santa Monica and couples therapy. And they welcome families for family counseling in Santa Monica or family therapy in Santa Monica.